International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Arabic
"source of light, beacon, torch"
A unisex Arabic name with a soft and international sound, Mishal has a glowing meaning too.
"premature child"
Kadida is an Anglicized form of the Arabic name Khadija, wife of the Muslim prophet Muhammad.
"heart, soul"
An Arabic name that can easily cross cultures. Janan might make a distinctive honor name for an ancestral Jan, Jane, or John.
Sunay is a feminine name with Turkish origins, derived from the Turkish word 'sun' meaning 'honor' or 'reputation,' combined with the suffix 'ay' meaning 'moon.' Together, the name poetically…
Urdu
"golden"
Sunehra is an Indian name that is largely unknown in English-speaking countries, except maybe via its friendly short form Sunny.
Arabic, Aramaic
"ten; tenth"
Ashura is an Arabic name used predominantly among Swahili speakers in East Africa. It is traditionally given to baby girls born on the holiday Ashura. The holiday is considered celebratory among…
"commander"
Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.
Turkish variation of Ramadan, Arabic
"scorching heat"
The Turkish name for Ramadan, the holy ninth month of the Islamic calendar during which Muslims typically fast.
Arabic, Greek
"praise; death"
A multicultural choice with two rather different meanings, Thana is an Arabic name with the spiritual meaning of "praise". It may also appear as Thanaa, Sana, and Sena, the latter spellings…
Somali
"flower"
Ubah is a floral Muslim name that travels light — easily transitioning between languages and cultures. The Real Housewives of New York 's Ubah Hassan is a current notable bearer. In Nigeria, Ubah is…
Rajaa is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'hope' or 'expectation.' This beautiful name carries positive connotations of optimism and anticipation for the future. Common in Middle Eastern…
"Heaven"
Iram of the Pillars is a lost city mentioned in the Quran — it's been adapted as a baby name among Muslim families.
Nabilah is a feminine Arabic name meaning 'noble,' 'honorable,' or 'distinguished.' It's the feminine form of Nabil, derived from the Arabic root relating to nobility and excellence of character. The…
Arabic and Urdu
"distinction"
An unusual Arabic name, borne by the (female) British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.
An unusual Arabic name, borne by the British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.
"leader"
Rhythmic choice sometimes heard in Muslim families.
Turkish variation of Humayra, Arabic
"red"
A common name among Turkey's Muslim population.
"friend, companion, gentle, kind"
Confident Middle Eastern choice. Children will relate to the Rafiki form via the wise guru in Disney's "The Lion King."
Turkish variation of Khadija, Arabic
The Turkish form of Khadija, an important Muslim name connected to the first wife of Prophet Muhammed in the Quran. Double-barreled Hatice Kübra also makes the Turkish Top 100.
